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What is the best treatment of ascariasis in 1 year old infant?

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What is the best treatment of ascariasis in 1 year old infant?

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Ascariasis is rare among infants of 1 yr old or younger and if infected outcome is more serious than adults. the peak age incidence is 2 yrs. U can ask ur doctor for evaluations like stool examination for egg, cyst etc and treatment plan. Ascariasis is treated by 1.ALBENDAZOLE 400 mg po single dose or 2.MEBENDAZOLE 100 mg po bid for 3 days. there are also other alternatives drugs for adults like.. 3. Pyrantel pamoate, Piperazine citrate to paralyze the worm and remove from GIT. 4.ur child might need vit-A supplement too. 5.